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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 ECWMOT history

LM11 ECW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 221,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LM11 ECW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
221,015 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 ECW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 ECW was last recorded at 221,015 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 7,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
214,008 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,007 miles
Average per year
13,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,015 miles
  • 2025 – 214,008 miles
  • 2024 – 208,031 miles
  • 2023 – 197,664 miles
  • 2022 – 187,231 miles
  • 2021 – 176,319 miles
  • 2020 – 169,302 miles
  • 2019 – 160,439 miles
  • 2018 – 142,953 miles
  • 2017 – 123,551 miles
  • 2016 – 108,227 miles
  • 2015 – 93,607 miles
  • 2014 – 67,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,015 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil & rear (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,015 miles (+7,007)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    221,015 miles
    Test number
    411909984106
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil & rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass214,008 miles (+5,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    214,008 miles
    Test number
    829041962205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass208,031 miles (+10,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    208,031 miles
    Test number
    382067965989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass197,664 miles (+10,433)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    197,664 miles
    Test number
    521037204466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass187,231 miles (+10,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    187,231 miles
    Test number
    178442215949
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass176,319 miles (+7,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    176,319 miles
    Test number
    334867699654
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass169,302 miles (+8,863)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    169,302 miles
    Test number
    551329128280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass160,439 miles (+17,486)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    160,439 miles
    Test number
    507924486418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,953 miles (+19,402)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    142,953 miles
    Test number
    905311271168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,551 miles (+15,324)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,551 miles
    Test number
    916677247517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,227 miles
    Test number
    890618348904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail108,227 miles (+14,620)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,227 miles
    Test number
    792275658874
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass93,607 miles (+26,456)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,607 miles
    Test number
    996126465048
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass67,151 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    698861424107
    • NoteWear on inner and outer edge of rear tyres
    • NoteWear on outer edge of front tyres

  15. Fail67,151 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    858181624126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteWear on inner and outer edge of rear tyres
    • NoteWear on outer edge of front tyres

Questions about LM11 ECW

Does LM11 ECW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 ECW is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 ECW?
The MOT on LM11 ECW is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 ECW done?
LM11 ECW was recorded at 221,015 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 13,137 miles a year.
Has LM11 ECW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 ECW has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on LM11 ECW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM11 ECW find?
LM11 ECW passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil & rear, and 2 more.

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